Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B72 · Birmingham
131
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
B75 · Birmingham
75
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Birmingham has less crime — 75 vs 131 incidents in February 2026.
Birmingham recorded notably higher crime than Birmingham in February 2026 — 131 vs 75 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37) and Anti-social behaviour (12), while Birmingham has more Vehicle crime (9) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Birmingham recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 75 vs 131 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Birmingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Birmingham had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Birmingham recorded fewer total crimes (75 vs 131).